Leeward Community College: At a Glance
Overlooking historic Pearl Harbor, offers comprehensive opportunities from career training to four-year transfer pathways. Outstanding programs include Hawaiian studies, teacher education, IT security, culinary arts, engineering and the sciences. Free tutoring and job placement assistance are focused on helping students reach their educational goals.
Areas of Excellence
Education
Leeward Community College specializes in liberal arts education, with strong career and technical programs that provide opportunities for employment or transfer.
Location
Leeward Community College is located on the Pearl City peninsula between the Pearl City and Waipahu communities. The upper campus provides a magnificent view of Pearl Harbor.
Programs
STEMÂ and Hawaiian studies programs emphasize hands-on experience and are considered among the best in the state.
Creative Culture
Leeward’s fine and performing arts serve as a catalyst for community involvement and a showcase for outstanding talents.
Fast Facts about Leeward Community College
Degrees & Certificates Offered
Undergraduate Students
Full-time Students
Part-time Students
Pell Grant Recipients*
Leeward Community College News
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- January 2026 anniversaries
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96-045 Ala Ike
Pearl City, HI 96782
(808) 455-0011
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